Senior Process Engineer - Injection Molding

$88,000 - $121,000/Yr

Baxter International - Cleveland, MS

Full-time - Mid Level

Cleveland, MS

Miscellaneous Manufacturing

About the position

At Baxter, being a Senior Process Engineer in Injection Molding means playing a critical role in our mission to save and sustain lives. This position is integral to our Injection Molding Operations, where you will focus on implementing continuous improvement initiatives, managing new business projects, and expanding capacity. You will also be responsible for ensuring the reliability of manufacturing equipment and providing process support within the Injection Molding Operations. Your expertise will be essential in managing complex projects and overcoming unexpected challenges, whether you are working independently or as part of a trusted team. The Cleveland, MS facility, where this role is based, is a cutting-edge site that serves as the sole U.S. source for plastic pour bottles, glass IV, and various reconstitution devices. With over 70 years of history, this facility utilizes a diverse array of automated manufacturing technologies, including bottle solution filling, injection molding, tubing extrusion, and device assembly. As a Senior Process Engineer, you will be involved in cross-functional project management, interfacing with plant and corporate groups, contractors, and vendors to drive continuous improvement activities and manage the start-up, debugging, and commissioning of new manufacturing processes. You will also be responsible for equipment life cycle management, including upgrades, replacements, and decommissioning, as well as product life cycle management, which encompasses product design changes, material changes, and Supplier Notice of Change (SNC) assessments. Your role will require proactive communication and problem-solving skills, as you provide technical support and troubleshooting to injection molding operations while adhering to FDA Design Control standards and maintaining all department Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

Responsibilities

• Design and modify precision medical molding and inspection equipment.
• Manage multiple projects with minimal supervision.
• Prepare estimates for various tasks and projects.
• Manage capital projects both directly and through coordinating engineers.
• Drive Continuous Improvement Activities.
• Interface with plant and corporate groups as well as contractors and vendors.
• Manage start-up, debug, and commission of new manufacturing processes.
• Oversee equipment life cycle management including upgrades, replacement, and decommissioning.
• Handle product life cycle management including product design changes, material changes, and Supplier Notice of Change (SNC) assessments.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting to injection molding operations.
• Demonstrate proactive communication and problem solving.
• Support and achieve Value Improvement Projects (VIP's).
• Adhere to FDA Design Control standards at all times.
• Maintain all department Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), forms, and logbooks.
• Generate technical documents, reports, equipment specifications, and interpret technical drawings/schematics.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering Required (Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical, Chemical, or Polymer Science degrees are preferred).
• 3+ years Engineering / Manufacturing experience, preferably in FDA manufacturing.
• Plastics processing experience such as plastic bottle blow molding, plastic component injection molding, and liquid silicone molding is required.
• Knowledge of and subject matter expertise in Scientific Molding/De-coupled Molding concepts is required.
• Programming/troubleshooting experience with automation controls, automated assembly, control systems, PLC's, HMI's, Servo's, and vision inspection systems is a plus.
• Design software experience (like AutoCAD, Solid Works, etc.) is a plus.
• Six Sigma Master Black Belt Certification or industry standard equivalent is a plus.
• Project Management skills and experience (including Microsoft Project software) are a plus.
• Lean Manufacturing skills and experience are a plus.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with FDA regulations in manufacturing environments.
• Familiarity with advanced manufacturing technologies and automation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision coverage
• 160 hours of Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• 401K match
• Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement